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Bacon Tomato Casserole Recipe

This recipe from my mother is simple to make and can be a main dish or side dish. Feel free to experiment with a variety of flavored stewed tomatoes.— Mary McGair, Milwaukie, Oregon

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 30 min. Bake: 10 min.YIELD:4-6 servings

Ingredients

6 ounces uncooked egg noodles

1 pound sliced bacon, diced

1/3 cup chopped green pepper

1/3 cup chopped onion

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

1/8 teaspoon pepper

1 can (28 ounces) stewed tomatoes

1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

1.Cook noodles according to package directions; drain. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings.

2. In the drippings, saute the green pepper, onion, salt, marjoram, thyme and pepper for 5 minutes. Stir in tomatoes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Stir in the noodles. Add half of the bacon.

3. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Top with cheese and remaining bacon. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 10-15 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Yield: 4-6 servings.